The National Center for Nature Photography at Secor Metropark has been undergoing renovations since last winter. On October 5, the Center reopened with an updated gallery, the Secor Room, Window on Wildlife, two new patios and an additional plaza area. Kicking off the new opening are two exhibits. Photographer David FitzSimmons’ Curious Critters: Larger Than Life is comprised of close-up images of North America's most incredible animals presented in large-scale, for an up-close-and-personal view. FitzSimmons will visit the center to speak about his collection and his book on November 8, 1-3pm with a children’s program, Curious Critters For Kids (ages 3-8) at 10:30-11:30am. The second exhibit, Ohio Sand Country: We Call It The Oak Openings, displays 25 framed photographs by Art Weber. After travelling through Ohio to other nature centers, the exhibition’s photographs are back home where they were originally taken. Those interested in learning Weber's technique can join him during his "Fall Photo Shoot Series" (see website for dates and locations). Both Nature Center exhibits are on display through February.
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